2009 Audi R8 vs. 2000 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2000 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | R8 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
